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Effect of Hand Puppet and Squeeze Toys on IV Placement in Pediatric Oncology Patients

NCT07493018 · Status: NOT_YET_RECRUITING · Phase: NA · Type: INTERVENTIONAL · Enrollment: 90

Last updated 2026-03-30

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Summary

This randomized controlled trial investigates hand puppet and squeeze toy techniques to reduce fear, emotional distress, and procedure time, and improve IV catheter placement success in 90 pediatric hematology-oncology patients (ages 6-10). Participants will be randomized into three groups: hand puppet, squeeze toy, or control. Outcomes include fear, emotional expression, procedure duration, number of attempts, and first-attempt success.

Conditions

  • Pediatric Hematology
  • Pediatric Oncology

Interventions

OTHER

Performing a Hand Puppet to Music

Children interact with a hand puppet chosen according to their preference during IV catheter placement. The puppet's playful movements and music aim to distract and reduce fear and emotional distress.

OTHER

Hand Squeezing Soft Toy (Squishy)

Children will receive a soft, colorful squeeze toy in their non-procedure hand during IV catheter placement. They will be encouraged to rhythmically squeeze and release the toy, which engages their attention, reduces fear and distress, and helps them keep the procedure hand still. The toy is chosen by the child, hygienically managed, and given as a gift afterward. This simple, low-cost intervention aims to improve cooperation and IV placement success.

Sponsors & Collaborators

  • Akdeniz University

    lead OTHER

Study Design

Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
SUPPORTIVE_CARE
Masking
SINGLE
Model
PARALLEL

Eligibility

Min Age
6 Years
Max Age
10 Years
Sex
ALL
Healthy Volunteers
No

Timeline & Regulatory

Start
2026-05-31
Primary Completion
2026-10-31
Completion
2026-10-31

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